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Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada

Reporting to the Zurich Canada's Core Platforms Delivery Lead, you will help in customizing user interfaces, workflows, and business logic using Guidewire Studio and Gosu (Guidewire’s programming language)

Full SDLC and appreciation for Iterative (Agile) development lifecycle for Guidewire implementations

Guidewire implementation

• Configure and develop several areas of PolicyCenter and / or ClaimCenter
• Inspire and bring out the best in individuals and develop a strong configuration team to deliver quality configurations
• Large scale projects, including, but not limited to policy admin or claims Systems

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

• Required:
• Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area
• Experience working at multiple phases of database management
• Guidewire product configuration devlopment and implementation
• Strong Object Oriented Analysis and Programming experience
• Strong integration development experience. Must have a Strong JMS / Queue development experience
• Experience with analysis and resolution of Guidewire or other application performance issues. Must have Web service development experience / SOA and have worked with XML and JSON payloads
• Excellent communication skills
• Exposure to SDLC to Java EE
• Expertise in GOSU, Rules Engine, Data Model, PCF, Wizards, Workflow, Activity etc.) Experience with XML, GUnit, Jenkins, GIT / Subversion / TFS, Code Coverage and Code Scan Plugin / Tools
• 2+ years of experience with at least one large Business Integration effort and project team through all phases of the project lifecycle from scoping and planning, requirements gathering, design, development, and testing
• Expert Level Guidewire / Java Developer with Guidewire PolicyCenter or ClaimCenter, preferably certified on version 10 or cloud
• Insurance Industry Experience; Commercial Lines is preferred
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Working experience in Agile and DevOps tools: JIRA, Git, Bamboo (SVN and Jenkins are assets.)
• Hands on technical expertise specifically related to Integration to complex legacy mainframe applications is preferred
• Organizational and analytical skills

Our Culture

• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact
• We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that
• We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion
• We are committed to continuous improvement, and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities
• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources
• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
• Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at
• Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve
• As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process
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